Just Visiting

The MacArthur Foundation released its list of Fellows. I'm not on it. Neither is anyone else who works below the Mason-Dixon.

I wouldn't have realized how much I benefit from teaching first-year writing if I hadn't been forced into it.

I actually do enjoy writing recommendation letters. Here's why.

Wonkblog's Dylan Matthews has the look of someone trying to become dangerous. I hope he chooses to use his power wisely.

Everyone gets A's, but there's a catch.

The President wants colleges and universities to compete. But is that what we need to become sustainable?

It's time to go from participant/coach to audience/cheerleader in your child's life.

There is one thing that wants to destroy your chance at success and happiness in college: your cell phone.